Known as Kovai, Coimbatore is an important commercial centre and is titled the “Manchester of South India. Coimbatore enjoys a pleasant climate due to its proximity to mountain ranges. Due to the influx of immigrants from other parts of the country, the population of Coimbatore is multi-cultural. The city is growing in popularity among tourists, it is well connected to other parts of the state as well as India by means of air, rail, and bus.

Agricultural University

The Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU) in Coimbatore is located about 5 km from the railway station, and is one of the top Agricultural Universities in South Asia. The university houses a 300-hectare rich botanical garden with a wide collection of varied species of trees and plants. An annual flower show is conducted in the month of January.

VOC Park and Zoo

Named after V. O. Chidambaram, the famous freedom fighter, this is a public park maintained by the Coimbatore Corporation. A mini zoo, children’s train, models of dinosaurs, swings, and other play equipment attract children.

Marudhamalai Temple

This hillock temple is dedicated to Lord Subramanya, also known as Dandayuthapani and is located about 12 km from the railway station. It is also one of the most visited temples in Coimbatore. A large number of devotees flock to this temple as it is believed that Lord Subramanya performed several miracles here.

Perur Patteswarar Temple 

One of the seven Kongu Sivalayams and dedicated to Lord Shiva, it is situated on the banks of the river Noyyal about 7 km from Coimbatore. While the inner shrine is much older, the outer buildings were built in the 17th century by the rulers of Madurai. Of interest is that a figure of a soldier loading a musket, wearing identical clothes to those of Aurangzeb’s soldiers, can be found carved on the base of a pillar near the entrance. Two sacred trees, namely the Pirava Puli (The Unborn Tamarind) and the Irava Panai (Deathless Palm) can also be found in this temple.

Siruvani Waterfalls

Siruvani waterfall and dam is located 37 km west of the city. This is the main source of water to the city. The panoramic view of the falls and dam is spellbinding.

Dhyanalinga

This private yogic temple, located 30 km in the foothills of the Velliangiri hills, attracts tourists from all over. The Dhyanalinga is 13 feet 9 inches tall and housed in a dome-like structure. These buildings were constructed only using brick, alum, mud, lime, and herbs.
Forest College Museum: One of the oldest institutions in India of its kind, and is home to the famous Fischer Herbarium. The Botanical Garden cum Arboretum and the Grass Forest Museum of Natural History houses nearly 300 species of rare plants. An interesting and rare collection of dead specimens of plants and animals can be found in this museum.

Wildlife Sanctuaries

Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, also known as Anamalai Sanctuary, Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, and Topslip in Anamalai Hills, offer a once-in-a-lifetime experience to nature lovers.

Theme Parks

The Maharaja Theme Park, Kovai Kondattam, and Black Thunder offer a fun experience for children and parents as well.